BIBLE GLOSSARY

Trouble and suffering

WHAT IT MEANS

Severe trouble, pressure or affliction.

IN BIBLICAL CONTEXT

In John and Romans, trouble is acknowledged alongside hope and perseverance. The word does not describe just one kind of difficulty.

AN EVERYDAY EXAMPLE

A season of persecution or intense hardship is an example of the trouble Scripture acknowledges.

RELATED PASSAGES

Explore the word in Scripture.

Read the surrounding chapter to understand the word in its setting.

I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have trouble; but cheer up! I have overcome the world.”

Not only this, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces perseverance;

Scripture: World English Bible · Public domain · eBible.org